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716 UXJ

2005 Volkswagen Beetle

Maroon Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

15,921 mi
Last recorded15,921 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2006
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Beetle68,404 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration716 UXJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2005
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 21 Feb 2006 15,921 miles

Lower Steering column flexible coupling is excessively deteriorated (2.1.5)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Steering arm repaired by welding (2.2.C.1e)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beetle?

Based on 1,719,137 MOT tests across 112,454 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
4,798
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
112,454
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44,561
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 33,096
Stop lamp not working 28,079
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 27,964
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 23,197
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716 UXJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle in Maroon with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 68,404 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Beetle fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 44,561 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 716 UXJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Beetle typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 21 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 716 UXJ registered?

716 UXJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 9 March 2005.

Is 716 UXJ safe to buy?

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Does 716 UXJ have outstanding finance?

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